Lex vs Ferrin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lex

Boy #2,214 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"defender of men (short for Alexander)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,214
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lex Rank #2,214
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Lex is more popular, ranked #2214 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lex or Ferrin more popular?

Lex is more popular, ranked #2214 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Lex and Ferrin mean?

Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Lex and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Lex is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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